Implant suggestions? Will a breast augmentation make me look heavier?

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5'9" and about 180lbs. Will breast augmentation make me look heavier? Definitely on the more athletic build. I do feel unproportional with such small breasts but worry about feeling "bigger" with implants. Currently an A and would love to be a D.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your quesstion. A board certified plastic surgeon will be able to guide you to the correct size implant. Based upon measurements of your chest wall and breast imprint width as well as knowledge of all breast implant sizes and profiles should make this process easy. Try on a profile bra with various silicone sizers your PS recommends under a tailored blouse, tank top, bikini, workout clothes, and other garments you typically wear so that you have the best idea of whether the garments fit as desired with the implant selected. Select the size that boosts your self-esteem, and fits your anatomy. Choosing an implant based on an aesthetic goal that exceeds your anatomic capacity may lead to complications and possibly revision later in life.

Donald R. Revis Jr, MD · Answer

Good afternoon!

You are an excellent candidate for submuscular augmentation, and proper implant selection is the key- do not choose an implant that is too flat and wide!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Breast implant type and sizing selection is a complicated process and requires a detailed consultation that includes a discussion of your goals, a detailed examination, and a lengthy discussion. But the decision will always start and end with the patient. When it comes to sizing, we have all of our patients find 3 photos of their desired breast size. We ask for naked breast photos because clothing can obscure the true size (push up bras). Next, we consult with patients and go over the photos and take detailed breast measurements during a physical exam. Next, we using a sizing algorithm to determine a range of implants that will work based on the exam and the measurements.Lastly, during the operation, we use silicone sizers in the operating room to see how the size actually looks in the breast. We sit the patient up in the operating room, while asleep of course, and compare the sizer result with their desired look photos. If it is too small, we start the process over with a slightly larger implant. We don't stop until we get the perfect match.Of all of my breast augmentation patients, every one of them has been happy with their size due to this detailed and meticulous process. You don't want to invest time and money into a result that is either too big or too small.You should discuss your concerns with a board-certified plastic surgeon and make sure that your surgeon understands your goals.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  Assuming you select implants that are well-sized to your frame, they should not make you look heavier, only more proportional.  Hope this helps.

Jonathan Saunders, MD · Answer

I THINK YOU WILL FIND THAT ADDING SOME FULLNESS TO YOUR CHEST WILL GIVE YOU A CURVIER FIGURE, DEPENDING ON WHAT YOU WEAR.  GO FOR IT

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